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Ed Sheeran Says His Marriage Fuels Songs About ‘Real Conflict’ at London Fan Event

He says he is prioritizing family over work.

Overview

  • Speaking at a Spotify Q&A in London, Sheeran said Cherry Seaborn knows he writes about everything in their life, including difficult moments.
  • He revealed he wrote a private song for his wife, inspired by Bono’s story of gifting a song after missing his spouse’s birthday.
  • He described a shift from an early career of 100% work to what he now calls 70% family and 30% music.
  • The appearance followed an immersive Play listening session and featured a surprise King’s Cross street performance of the new track Camera and an on-stage chat with Nihal Arthanayake.
  • After podcast comments about moving to the U.S., he clarified on Instagram that he is not permanently relocating and will base his family on the continent where he is touring.